When people ask us what makes long-term family travel truly special, they often expect us to list world-famous landmarks or UNESCO heritage sites. While staring up at ancient ruins like […]
The Kindness of Strangers: Meeting Hasti in Iran & Trying Yazd Faloodeh. Read More
Life on the road has a funny way of surprising you. If you had told me a few years ago that our family would be sitting on a brightly lit
How We Ended Up on Live National TV in Karachi, Pakistan. Read More
Have you ever had one of those travel moments where a single split-second decision completely transforms your day? We were road-tripping through the breathtaking Asir region of southern Saudi Arabia,
The Kindness of Strangers: A Chance Invitation in the Saudi Arabian Mountains. Read More
If there is one cardinal rule we live by on our family travels, that really hit home in Dammam, it’s this: say yes to unexpected invitations. When we crossed the border
If you’ve followed our journey at Away with the Steiners for a while, you know we love the good dream, a solid plan, and a well-booked train berth. But the truth is,
10 Unexpected “Pinch Me” Moments That Remind Us Why We Travel. Read More
Two years ago, we stood in a quiet town in the Netherlands called Hoogeveen, holding the keys to a Fiat Ducato Burstner A646. We had two kids, aged 6 and
The Mum & Dad Truth: 10 Things to Know About Vanlife with Kids in Europe. Read More
When we decided to sell up, pack our lives into a motorhome, and hit the roads of Europe, we were chasing freedom. We wanted to see every corner of the
The Reality of Full-Time Vanlife: Lessons from Two Years in a Motorhome in Europe. Read More
How long do you have for a New Zealand Campervan Itinerary? While many travellers choose to focus on just one island, the “Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip”—stretching from Auckland to
10-Day Auckland to Queenstown Campervan Itinerary: The Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip. Read More
Debating a New Zealand, South or North Island Campervan Itinerary? When we talk about the ultimate New Zealand road trip, most people’s minds go straight to the Southern Alps. But
10-Day North Island Campervan Itinerary From Auckland. Read More
New Zealand is a destination that sits at the top of almost every traveller’s bucket list, and for good reason. It is a country that offers a rare combination of
New Zealand Travel Guide: Everything To Know About Travel To Aotearoa. Read More
Planning your trip to New Zealand? Welcome! These are our recommended 7-, 14- and 21-day New Zealand Itinerary Options – from a family of proud New Zealanders! We have detailed these itinerary
New Zealand North & South: 7, 14, Or 21-Day Itinerary Options. Read More
Looking for a 5-Day North Island Itinerary? While the South Island often gets the glory for its rugged peaks and famous sheep numbers, the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui) is the
2x Awesome 5-Day North Island New Zealand Itinerary Options. Read More
If you’re traveling Europe by motorhome, there are a zillion blogs and travel guides with itineraries for the famously massive cities and sites. But often, for motorhome travel the greatest
10 Second Tier Cities & Towns In Europe To Go For. Read More
Starting to dream about a Northland itinerary for your trip? Looking at things to do in Bay of Islands, New Zealand? The north of New Zealand – Northland and the Bay
The Ultimate Guide to the Bay of Islands: 20 Must-Do Experiences. Read More
One of the highlights of our trip to Lithuania and the Baltic States was the impressive Hill of Crosses (Kryžių Kalnas), near Siauliai. We’d seen pictures of the site and understood
All You Need to Know About Visiting the Hill of Crosses, Lithuania. Read More